On a beautiful winter morning on Thursday 1 August, the latest Samford Reminiscences Vol 7 was launched at a celebration of the Samford District Historical Museum’s 40th Birthday. The Museum is a testament to the dedication, passion and community spirit of Samford and its surrounding districts and this event was attended by many of the wonderful volunteers who have tirelessly recorded and treasured our local history.
Attendees were welcomed to the event by President Mike Hannon, before introducing one of the original and Life Members, Ray Jones, to speak about the Museum’s origins.
“The seeds of the Samford Museum were sown in 1969 during the planning of the Captain Cook Bi-Centenary celebrations. Enthusiastic residents like Bonnie Ware and my late wife Sue and I, initiated the idea of preserving local history. (A meeting in Petrie led to the formation of the Pine Rivers Historical Society with Ken Gold as Chairman.) The success of the Bushman’s Carnival in 1970 further fuelled public interest and enthusiasm for celebrating our heritage,” he said.
By April 1971, the idea of forming a sub-committee specifically for the Samford area had emerged. This group, comprised of descendants of original settlers and long-time residents with Ray Jones as Chairman, brought a wealth of historical knowledge and a
deep commitment to preserving Samford’s stories.
“The official journey towards establishing a Museum began in 1977 with the launch of The Village Pump. Profits from advertising were earmarked for the Museum. By July 1980, a dedicated committee was formed as a subcommittee of the Samford & Districts Progress & Protection Association (SDPPA).
This committee, with Mrs Elva Diehm at the helm, worked tirelessly to locate a suitable site and building for the Museum, ultimately securing 48perches or 1214 sqm of parkland
in Station Street, through negotiations with the Queensland Lands Department and Pine Rivers Shire Council.”
In addition to the Council’s contribution of $10,000 to assist in the Museum’s establishment, there were many fundraising activities which fostered community spirit as well as helping to raise funds. A “Back to Samford Day” was held in 1984 where the stories of past residents were gathered which launched what has become the first volume of Samford Reminiscences. This event was marked by reunions, and a street procession. The official handover of the headmaster’s residence from Albany Creek State School, which became the museum’s first building, took place on 8th December 1984.Work on this building began in 1985, transforming it into a suitable space for displaying our history. Samford Rotary, local tradesmen, Museum members and residents were instrumental in creating the Museum, which was officially incorporated on February 28, 1985, and opened on May 10, 1986, with Dr. Alan Bartholomai, Director of the Queensland Museum, officiating.
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Pictured: Cutting the birthday cake donated by The Famous Samford Patisserie (L-R): Past President Geoff Harris, Life member Margaret Hickey and current President Mike Hannon.
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Over the years, the museum grounds have expanded to include historically significant structures like the “Yarral Yarral” dairy shed and the Ferny Grove and Grovely Railway Station buildings. Each addition has been a community effort, with countless volunteers contributing their time and resources.
A Centenary of Federation grant and support from Golden Valley Keperra Lions Club and others produced the replica 1872 Samford Provisional School in 2001. Throughout the decades, grants from Federal, State and Local Governments and SDPPA, have been received for specific projects.
“The Samford Museum has become a focal point for historical education and preservation in our community. It hosts numerous events, displays and tours, engaging with schools, clubs and other historical societies. Our progress has been supported by the Pine Rivers Shire Council, with thanks initially to Councillors Brian Battersby, Brian Burke and Jan Quin (BBQ) and State Member Yvonne Chapman later Pine Rivers Shire Mayor, as well as the Queensland Museum, local businesses, Samford Rotary, and the citizens of Samford.”
Samford Reminiscences Vol 7 is the latest instalment, recording the stories of approximately 95 more families who have played a role in the history and development of the Samford and surrounding districts. Edited by volunteer Museum Research Officer Eileen Kemp with the support of Hannah Nicholas and members John and Kath Cummins, Mike Hannon and Geoff Harris, this Volume was made possible through a grant from Community Bank Samford.
As formal proceedings closed the muchanticipated morning tea was served, with guests enjoying a piece of the 40th birthday cake generously donated by Anthony and Kylie from The Famous Samford Patisserie. Copies of Samford Reminiscences Vol 7 are available at Samford Museum, Wednesday and Sunday, and Community Bank Samford.
Pictured below: Launching Samford Reminiscences Vol 7. L-R: Brian Battersby OAM, Mandy Bell (Community Bank Samford), Museum President Mike Hannon, Museum Research Officer Eileen Kemp.
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Samford Rural Fire Brigade
TRAINING EXERCISES FOR BUSHFIRE SEASON
Samford Rural Fire Brigade recently took part in a multi-agency training exercise at Dayboro Showgrounds as part of their preparations for the 2024 bushfire season.
Thirty-four volunteers from 8 local brigades in the Pine Rivers Rural Fires Group, along with support and incident management personnel, joined officers from the Dayboro QFRS Auxiliary Fire Brigade and City of Moreton Bay Fire Management officers to practice skills and work together in a team environment.
Working collaboratively, volunteers worked through a number of practical exercises including hose lays, use of appliance and portable water pumps, backpack sprays, draughting and pumping water, and using large leaf blowers to clear fuel away from a fire. Remotely piloted aircraft (drones) were put through their paces to demonstrate the ability to monitor fire activity from above in difficult and inaccessible terrain and provide a live feed to the incident commander and planners in Samford’s own command vehicle.
Firefighter safety was also the order of the day, with volunteers receiving vital information on the dangers of dehydration and heat stroke when battling fires, and practicing burn-over drills, a life-saving skill if trapped by an approaching fire front.
Samford Rural Fire Brigade 1st Officer Fergus Adrian said: “Our volunteers need to be able to work with people from other brigades and agencies, and to use their equipment, which is slightly different from brigade to brigade. So days like this are really important for us to refresh our skills, build relationships with our partner agencies and neighboring rural brigades,
and to stay familiar with their equipment.”
The day was considered a great success by all concerned with skills honed, knowledge gained and strong collaborative relationships fostered between brigades and partner agencies. Samford Valley residents can be confident their volunteers will be well prepared for this year’s bushfire season.
Tony Ridge
Celebrating 50 Years of Community Connection
Samford & Districts Playgroup is celebrating 50 years this year! We would love to invite all past families to reconnect and reminisce with us on 19 October 2024, 9am-12pm at playgroup. For half
a century, playgroup, in the gardens of the Samford RSL sub-branch, has been a cornerstone of the Samford community. We’ve seen so many little ones grow, learn and make friends here, and we’ve built a network of supportive families along the way. This anniversary is the perfect chance to celebrate our shared journey and the wonderful connections we’ve made. Please save the date and look out for further details!
Calling past Playgroup families, volunteers and children!
We’d love to hear from anyone who has been involved in Playgroup since it first opened in 1974. Whether you were involved as a parent or caregiver, or attended as a child, your memories and experiences are a vital part of our legacy and we want to hear your stories. To share your story, please get in touch via email at samfordcommunityplaygroup@gmail.com.
Thank you for being a part of the Samford and Districts Playgroup family. Here’s to another 50 years of community, connection and play!
Rotary Club of Samford Valley
Chaplain Josslyn Cathcart Awarded
At the Rotary Changeover event held in July, Chaplain Josslyn Cathcart from Samford State School received a Paul Harris Fellow award. The award is recognition of a contribution to the Rotary Foundation and as part of this, clubs often recognise those who demonstrate offering service within their own communities and beyond.
Josslyn was recognised for the very valuable contribution she has made as mentor for Earlyact since 2019 while working as chaplain at Samford State School. Students from Years 4 - 6 can volunteer for Earlyact and they plan ways of offering service to others.
For more than 5 years as the chaplain, Josslyn has demonstrated consistent energy and enthusiasm to help young students in Earlyact learn to think beyond themselves and plan ways of offering practical help to others. As a mentor for Earlyact students, Josslyn guided students to make choices about their projects and carry them out to a successful end.
Not all projects involve fundraising, some concentrate on educating others in the school community or providing practical help.
Two notable projects are listed below:
2019: Education about Dyslexia
For this project, Earlyact students learnt about dyslexia, created posters to share within the school community and spoke on school assemblies while conducting this valuable project. One Earlyact member had dyslexia herself and she spoke on assembly about the way she sometimes struggles with her learning. Classroom teachers appreciated this project and said it helped
students develop greater understanding about the different ways children learn.
2023: Craft kits for children in hospital
A staff member at Queensland Children’s Hospital said they would very much appreciate craft kits with instructions being made for children in hospital. The Earlyact team worked diligently to decide on craft activities and then put them together with instructions and packed them in individual kits.
In November 2023 after many weeks making the craft kits, Josslyn delivered 130 kits to help those spending time in hospital.
For fundraising projects, students initially brainstorm for ideas and participate in a voting process, before deciding on the project and how they will raise funds. Some notable fundraising projects:
2019: Spots stripes and ponytails for Polio Education about polio and a dress up day (wearing spots, stripes or ponytails) to raise funds, was organised at the school with $962.10 raised for Polio Plus.
2022: Walk for the children in Ukraine
Students, teachers and Rotarians dressed in blue and yellow, the colours of the flag of Ukraine, and walked several times around the school oval while donating a gold coin to help children experiencing war in Ukraine. $928.50 was raised and sent to a Rotary club in Ukraine for distribution.
2023: Help for Guatemala
A parent at the school from Guatemala asked if Earlyact could raise funds to help people in her country. Earlyact students learnt about Guatemala, designed an advertising campaign, and prepared for a dress up day in brightly coloured clothes. $801.85 was raised and the Guatemalan parent purchased grain to support families in need during a return visit to her homeland.
2024: Walk for Malaria
With support from the school administration, Earlyact conducted a fundraising project to aid the Fight against Malaria. It was decided that a ‘walk to school for malaria’ would be a good idea. On Friday 19 April at 7.30am the Earlyact team, students, parents, Rotarians, teachers and members of Samford wider community, walked together from John Scott Park to the school. Funds were collected using donation buckets, sale of malaria wristbands and online donations. $3,903.00 was raised. Both fundraising and non-fundraising projects have shown spectacular success despite us all having to pause during 2020 and 2021 during Covid. Service to others has been offered from Earlyact students at Samford State School under the dedicated mentorship of Josslyn Cathcart and she is a most deserving recipient of a Paul Harris Fellow award. Congratulations Josslyn. Janelle Young Youth Director Rotary Club Samford Valley
A PAW-SITIVELY OUTSTANDING FIRST YEAR
Samford Village Vets turned the big ONE recently, celebrating with a family fun day that included face painting, petting zoo, a reptile show, sausage sizzle, stalls and raffle prizes.
People and their pets came from far and wide to the clinic at 10 Station street to honour the milestone.
With over 30 years of professional experience between them, Dr Daniel Swan (pictured left) and Dr Erin Swan started the independently-owned veterinary clinic, which has already done everything from vaccinations to advanced orthopaedic surgeries, maintaining the highest standards possible.
The community has been extremely supportive of the fledgling business, which is why the team at Samford Village Vets wanted to give back.
“The positivity we have received has been overwhelming and we thank our clients for trusting us with the care of their beautiful pets. We look forward to continuing our growth and supporting the community for many years to come.”
Festivities were supported by local businesses with Josiah Rossic from Reptiles Edge (pictured right) sharing his knowledge of snakes and Therapy & Support Animals Australia on board to provide puppy cuddles.
With a passion for all things scaly, Josiah started Reptiles Edge to teach others about Australian pythons in an entertaining and informative way. He also brings maps to the presentation to share some geographical knowledge about where certain snakes are likely to be found.
“This was my first public show so I was quite excited at the opportunity,” Josiah said.
“It was special for me to see people’s interest towards an animal they might usually be afraid of. Spreading awareness about Australian reptiles is my goal, so seeing people enjoy a close interaction with them meant a lot to me.”
Growing up in Samford Valley and seeing snakes so often piqued Josiah’s interest in pythons, which has grown into pursuing a degree in Animal Ecology to gain further understanding of a greater variety of reptiles.
“I’d like to extend a big thank you to the Samford community for welcoming my shows. It’s been a blessing to have this much recognition already, so I am very grateful for the support I have received.”
Tanya Hall
Collection for the Homeless
Community Bank Samford is delighted to announce our partnership with Encircle Community Services for National Homelessness Week, running from 5th to 11th August. We’re joining hands to make a significant impact on homelessness in our community by running a Collection Drive for essential living items.
Food and Cooking: Non-perishable food items, Portable stove/ camping stove, Cooking utensils, Reusable water bottles, Food storage containers
Hygiene and Sanitation: Solar showers, Toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush), Feminine hygiene products, Wet wipes, Hand sanitizer, Towels, Laundry detergent
Health & Safety: First aid kits, Personal safety items (whistles, pepper spray)
5th - 11th August National Homelessness Week
Drop Off Points
Community Bank Samford 37 Main Street, Samford
Encircle Community Services - Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Rd, Lawnton
Bray Park State High School
Samford State School
Shane King MP’s Office Shop 4, 232 Young Road, Narangba
Donations accepted until 13th August
SAMFORD PROGRESS EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Bird Survey
This month’s EcoCorridor bird survey produced 57 species, with the undoubted highlight being two Spotless Crakes calling beside the track near the waterhole. These renowned skulkers didn’t show themselves, but made a range of different calls from the long grass over several minutes. A couple of Brown Cuckoo-Doves landed close to our birders on the Eco-Trail to feed on the tiny fruit of Native Peach (Trema tomentosa).
Like last month, we saw three large flocks of Topknot Pigeons to the east, with an estimated 150 birds flying quite high.
A group of martins hawking over the soccer fields and cow paddocks caused some identification discussion (looking into the morning sun), but at least one was a Tree Martin with its dark crown. It was strange to see a lone Chestnut-breasted Mannikin near the waterhole: these finches are usually in flocks. Now that the mown grass in the Parklands is beginning to brown off in the dry conditions, the Australian Pipits are becoming harder to spot (see photo). Full details of the survey can be found on the eBird app.
Bushcare
Our next Council-assisted bushcare working bee will be held from 2pm to 4pm on Sunday 11 August. With the drier conditions, the weeds on site are running to seed quickly so dealing with them will be our main priority. New volunteers are always welcome. As usual, refreshments will be provided by Samford Progress.
To find out more about the Eco-Corridor, follow our Facebook page or join our mailing list by contacting samfordecorridor@gmail. com.
Peter Storer
The Eco-Corridor is a project of Samford Progress.
CELEBRATION of SURVIVAL
This Friday’s Celebration of Survival is not only about celebrating our own triumphs over the challenges of life and the rough patches we have made it through, but also a chance to acknowledge the victories of others, and to recognise the parents, family, friends and carers who helped us get to where we are - who were at our backs, advocating, supporting, sometimes just being there. This is a time to celebrate our wonderful stories of survival, and those of our family and friends. Stories that may help others, for everyone has a story and each story is a lesson.
We would dearly love you to join us at the SCHUB, 2204 Mt Samson Road at noon on Friday 9th August.
Bring a plate of something to share, your story and $2, and perhaps a little extra money to donate to the organisations who do so much to help folks here survive the hard times: Samford Support Network, Meals on Wheels, The Carers’ Foundation and The Rural Fire Services.
PROGRAM
12.00pm: Meet and greet.
12.15ish: “Getting to know you” games. (like Two Truths And A Lie).
12.30pm: Shared lunch. (Everyone brings a plate with something to share on it.)
1ish: Short talk by Kim Garthwaite with a question time.
1.15ish: Short talk by Dendra Cole with question time.
1.30ish: Singalong with Jenni Guse and Raymond Adams.
2.15ish: Chance for a wee break. Cutting of Survival Cake by Mrs Australia 2024. Grab a cuppa and a bit of the Survival Cake.
3.00pm: Chair Yoga with a survival theme led by Ruth Campbell.
4.00ish: More mingling, sharing stories, some dancing, as well as eating and a cuppa.
5.00pm: Finish.
Julie Martin
The Samford Community Hub is managed by Samford Progress. For all enquires: manager@schub.org.au
NEXT SDPPA MEETING Wednesday 21st August Samford Community Hub (SCHUB).
7pm start. All welcome. Further information: secretary@samfordprogress.org.au.
Australian Pipit (photo: Tom Tarrant)
HAYDEN’S CATCH OF THE DAY
Over the June July school holidays, nearly 300 kids from all over Queensland entered a kids only fishing competition, the Qld Kids Fishing Classic (QKFC), with local 13yr old, Hayden Matthews, winning the Silver Perch category. Winners are determined by the longest two fish in the different species categories.
“I love fishing! Participating in the school holiday competitions makes fishing even more fun. It also gives me an excuse to get mum and dad to take me fishing more often! I was so excited that I won a prize in the last competition - the prizes are great, thank you!” said Hayden.
The entrants logged a mammoth 3,284 fish which included 103 different fish species. Kids are encouraged to enter every fish, no matter the size, which keeps kids that aren’t catching much involved and the data is used for research purposes.
Running every school holidays, kids of all ages living anywhere in Queensland can compete in three age groups. The comp is run through an app, so kids can fish just about anywhere in Qld from land, kayak or boat. There are 12 species categories including freshwater, saltwater and pest species, so there should be a fish for everyone to catch, no matter where they live in the state. Kids can win over $6000 in prizes too.
The Qld Kids Fishing Classic is run by Samantha Beckmann, co-founder of 2 Bent Rods.
“I started the QKFC originally to be a yearly event. The feedback from parents
and entrants was so great that I decided to put one on every school holidays. The kids and parents are really embracing it. Kids are sending me messages telling me how proud they are of themselves for beating their PB (personal best) or even catching their first fish,” she said.
Enticing teenagers out of their bedrooms, with families spending more time together and bonding over fishing is one outcome. Another is kids can help the environment by targeting pest fish like carp and tilapia, raising awareness of the detrimental effects they have on our waterways, native species and biodiversity.
“We have a Facebook group where info and photos are shared. It is great to see everyone cheering all the kids on, not just
their own. I’m hoping to build a community where the kids can safely share their catches, ask questions, learn about pest fish and fishing sustainably or even find a fishing buddy to share their passion with,” said Samantha.
Tickets for the September school holidays competition (14th–29th) are on sale now for $30 and can be purchased at https:// events.humanitix.com/qkfc-qld-kids-fishingclassic-september-2024
The comp is predominately supported by Shimano Fishing Australia and Madmics Fishing Tackle along with Anaconda, Fresh Promotions Australia, Klik Sinkers and Hookeze. The QKFC runs through an App which has been sponsored by Track My Fish Australia.
CBCA CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK - 17-23 AUGUST
THE MAGIC OF READING
A book, too, can be a star, ‘explosive material, capable of stirring up fresh life endlessly,’ a living fire to lighten the darkness, leading out into the expanding universe. Madeline L’Engle.
Book Week is one of the most exciting times of the year, despite the commercial costumes that have little to do with the magic and importance of reading.
For authors and illustrators, it’s a chance to receive public recognition for their hard but not very lucrative work. Mem Fox’s Possum Magic, originally about mice, was re-drafted many times before the tenth publisher insisted it be cut by two thirds and re-written about cuddly Australian animals. Markus Zuzak delivered a TEDx talk called The Failurist on the drafting of his much loved, originally YA book The Book Thief. Reading unleashes imagination, exposes us to new ideas and knowledge, helps us empathise with others, opens up possibilities of creating realities from other’s dreams. Rocket pioneer Wernher von Braun used Arthur C. Clarke’s 1951 book, The Exploration of Space to convince President John F. Kennedy that man could get to the Moon. A Chinese official at the first party-approved science fiction and fantasy convention in China, told sci fi and fantasy
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writer Neil Gaiman, that: The Chinese were brilliant at making things if other people brought them the plans. But they did not innovate, and they did not invent. They did not imagine. So they sent a delegation to the US, to Apple, to Microsoft, to Google, and they asked the people there who were inventing the future about themselves. And they found that all of them had read science fiction when they were boys or girls.
Reading has other aspects of magic. The frequency of reading to young children has a direct impact on schooling outcomes, regardless of family background and home environment. By reading to children 6-7 days a week, their performance can exceed the norm by 12+ months in reading, writing and cognitive skills in later life—think of better NAPLAN results. Five minutes of reading a day can reduces stress by up to 20 percent, substantially reducing the possibility of depression, while improving memory and sleep, and increasing knowledge. The feel of physical pages under fingertips while reading can lead to better comprehension and deeper understanding of content. A
printed book builds greater concentration than reading digitally as there is less distraction. Those who read books could be 2.5 times less likely to develop Alzheimer’s than those who spend their downtime on less stimulating activities.
To retain the magic of reading, keep a book in the car or your pocket, commit to reading a little every day, be an adult reading role model, read with your children and grandchildren, share and talk about books often.
Neil Gaiman says: We all – adults and children, writers and readers – have an obligation to daydream. We have an obligation to imagine. It is easy to pretend that nobody can change anything, that we are in a world in which society is huge and the individual is less than nothing…. But the truth is, individuals change their world over and over, individuals make the future, and they do it by imagining that things can be different. Do it through the magic of books.
Local athlete Elena Stephenson reached for the sky at the recent World Youth Skyrunning Championships 2024, finishing an impressive 11th in the sizzling European heat. Representing Australia, Elena held her own against a line-up of world class runners as they traversed the rugged mountains of Montenegro.
Local mountains provided a solid training ground for the 21km course, which comprised limestone, technical sections, long ascents plus views of Lake Skadar and the Adriatic Sea.
Skyrunning involves high-level mountain running on steep, rocky and exposed terrain, where runners use their hands to scramble at technical points on the course. Mountain races around the world that meet the International Skyrunning Federation’s course criteria can register as certified SkyRaces.
This was the eighth edition of the annual Youth Skyrunning World Championships which featured 200 athletes from 28 countries across five continents.
Congratulations Elena on climbing to an outstanding result.
Tanya Hall
CALL FOR CITIZEN SCIENTISTS
Known for their bold colours darting from tree to tree, rainbow lorikeets are a bird staple of the Samford area but are increasingly facing a health crisis which locals can help with. Lorikeet Paralysis Syndrome (LPS) is a disease occurring in wild rainbow lorikeets causing the birds to
become paralysed and unable to fly.
The seasonal disease occurs from October to June, with thousands of rainbow lorikeets being admitted into care each year across south-eastern Queensland and northeastern New South Wales.
The cause of LPS is unknown, however, University of Sydney researchers are exploring the possibility that LPS may be caused by birds ingesting a toxic plant grown in the affected area. The diseases’ seasonality suggests a blooming/fruiting period of the toxic plant between October and June.
The research team is calling on citizen scientists within the designated study site for help; this includes all of the greater Samford area. Anyone wishing to help can report observations on iNaturalist of what plant species/food sources local rainbow lorikeets were observed feeding on.
Peter Storer from the Samford EcoCorridor supports this research, aimed at helping our native wildlife continue to flourish.
“I would encourage community members to get involved to help solve this mysterious syndrome,” he said.
Information collected will assist in identifying what plants or other food sources researchers should sample and test in further studies. Anyone wanting to be involved can sign up free to iNaturalist which can be accessed online or via the iNaturalist app on your phone. www.inaturalist.org/projects/ lorikeet-paralysis-syndrome-project
Tanya Hall
Photo by Hanbo Wang on Pexels
DON’T WAIT FOR THE SMOKE
A message from the Mt Glorious Fire Warden
It is well known within the Rural Fire Service that the only time we get the undivided attention of the community is when smoke is in the air. (Where is that fire? Will it threaten me?)
This year has been wetter than normal and we now have good ground moisture. For this reason we are less likely to experience a dangerous fire season, however, it must be remembered that fire risk can quickly increase with an unexpected weather change and catch us unprepared.
Our fire risk season in these parts is usually from end of winter and continues until fairly substantial rain that we could expect around early summer. So, now would be the ideal time to take advantage of these conditions and prepare our properties against fire risk without the frantic pressure that we may experience if we leave it until smoke is in the air.
Light fuels such as leaves and sticks tend to build up around buildings and structures, especially after strong winds, and especially
the westerlies. These light fuels can be raked and swept into heaps and if a petrol or battery blower is available, then the whole job can be quickly completed. Remember to clean out roof gutters and valleys first, as this will make a considerable mess on the ground before starting your main cleanup.
Removal of these light fuels before conditions become very dry would be a really good start to our fire protection plan. The fuel can be reduced by burning in small heaps of less than 2metres in any direction, as long as small fires are permitted on your property. In our Council region, a block of land has to be greater than 3000 square metres. (Go to COMB website to peruse standing requirements and make sure you comply before doing anything, as smoke is quickly noticed by all.)
When the concern of fuel buildup is brought to the attention of some land owners, they suggest that vegetation and leaf litter is best left to rot down. Mulching is good when conditions are damp, but if it has dried out and flammable it is best removed. If flammable vegetation must be left to mulch, then try to reduce the height by crushing it right down to the ground. Vegetation fuel in close contact with the
ground contains less oxygen and if ignited, the flame height would be lower, resulting in a less intense fire. Remember also that eucalyptus waste takes much longer to decompose and break down than rainforest or deciduous waste.
Apart from forest litter fuels, remove anything that is flammable such as paper, cardboard and wood items. Just look around your property and ask yourself: “What action could I take if unexpected fire ignition were to start there?” (Remember, whoever owns the fuel, owns the fire.)
Develop a plan of action, then explain the plan to family and neighbours, making sure that it includes your evacuation plan in case the worst should happen. It really makes good sense to have in place a fire protection plan together with your evacuation plan, then each year it can be adjusted and refined.
For more detailed information go to www.ruralfires.qld.gov.au and also your local Council website.
By being organised and planned, you are helping your neighbours and assisting the Rural Fire Service who are unpaid volunteers.
Bob Snowdon. Mt Glorious Fire Warden
ROUND AND ROUND
You can get on board a merry-go-round in Samford, but it’s not at the Show or the Ekka! We’re talking about a ‘circular economy’ merry-go-round. That’s where businesses and householders circulate resources to get more value from them and cut waste. It’s about rethinking the way we use and manage resources, by reusing, repairing, repurposing, recycling and redesigning things.
Of course, this concept is not new to Samford. Many businesses and households are already doing this. They’re sharing organic waste for composting, repairing or repurposing equipment, buying or donating second-hand products, joining ‘buy nothing’ groups, and using old or discarded materials in new ways. By keeping useful stuff in circulation, they are helping to conserve Earth’s finite resources, minimise waste and create a more sustainable community.
To keep that merry-go-round spinning, some members of the Samford Sustainable Business Network are looking to make a concerted effort to energise circular
economy activity. They aim is to increase the scope and impact of what businesses, community organisations, schools and households are doing. This move supports outcomes envisaged by sponsors and deliverers of the Network, namely Green Street, City of Moreton Bay and the Rotary Club of Samford Valley.
You can find info on the ‘circular economy’ concept on greenstreet.net.au in the glossary and business resources, which include a model for managing the shift to a circular economy and tools to facilitate collaboration.
As householders or business owners, we can all hop on the merry-go-round to keep the circular economy moving and boost our resilience as a community. Let’s aim to retain as much value as possible from products, parts and materials while minimising waste.
Keen to get on board? Email howard@ greenstreet.net.au or call 0407 190 162.
Howard Nielsen
Samford Golden Valley Pony Club
August has been a great month with cool riding weather for the SGVPC riders. Many have been out competing at our local agricultural shows including Samford Show. The riders competed across all the genres on offer at the Show, including show jumping and the breed and hack classes, to name a few. Pony club has given them a great foundation of knowledge to be able to step into these busy competition environments with their trusted horses. Well done to all of those that attended and enjoyed the horse events in our lovely Samford Valley.
Ella, Charlotte and Maiya also competed at Greenbank Pony Club Showjumping day. Charlotte and Ella placed 3rd and 4th in the AM5 jump round and Ella took home an overall 4th place in the 13-26 70cm division. Maiya also came home with some PB’s as well in her classes.
The club will host its annual Gymkhana on 11 August commencing at 9am. Spectators welcome and as always, the Sue Jones Memorial shelter will provide plenty of shade for any visitors on the day. Full canteen and coffee available.
NEXT SDPPA MEETING Wednesday 21st August Samford Community Hub (SCHUB).
7pm start. All welcome. Further information: secretary@samfordprogress.org.au.
Charlotte and Ella
Meet Dr Pim, our new Dentist
Welcome Dr Pim
Pim has recently joined our team and is excited to work with our patients to achieve beautiful and healthy smiles. She is a compassionate and highly skilled dentist with a particular interest in aesthetic and children’s dentistry.
Pim has recently joined our team and is excited to work with our patients to achieve beautiful and healthy smiles. She is a compassionate and highly skilled dentist with a particular interest in aesthetic and children’s dentistry.
With a Bachelor of Dental Health Science (Honours) and a Master of Dentistry from Gri th University Pim has received numerous awards throughout her studies for both academics and clinical talents. Prior to her master degree, Pim was an Oral Health Therapist for seven years which in combination has provided her with extensive knowledge within the dental field and is a testament to her dedication to delivering exceptional care.
With a Bachelor of Dental Health Science (Honours) and a Master of Dentistry from Gri th University Pim has received numerous awards throughout her studies for both academics and clinical talents. Prior to her master degree, Pim was an Oral Health Therapist for seven years which in combination has provided her with extensive knowledge within the dental field and is a testament to her dedication to delivering exceptional care.
Dr Alex, Dr Jess, OHT Esther, OHT Sarah and OHT Priya.
Pim takes her time to listen and understand her patients. She strives to provide holistic care and personalised treatment plan that prioritise their overall wellness. Her kind and gentle nature makes her approachable and able to put her anxious patients minds at ease.
Pim takes her time to listen and understand her patients. She strives to provide holistic care and personalised treatment plan that prioritise their overall wellness. Her kind and gentle nature makes her approachable and able to put her anxious patients minds at ease.
Pim enjoys markets, and exploring new restaurants and cafes. She loves spending time with her family and friends, travelling and experiencing di erent cultures and cuisines.
Pim enjoys markets, and exploring new restaurants and cafes. She loves spending time with her family and friends, travelling and experiencing di erent cultures and cuisines.
Dr Jess is available on Mondays. Please contact our team to make an appointment.
Dr Jess is available on Mondays. Please contact our team to make an appointment.
If Samford is a horse riding paradise, the Samford Equestrian Group (SEG) is surely its headquarters. It has been a while between updates, but the group has been going from strength to strength. Let us catch you up on what we’ve been up to.
As a little background, SEG is based at the Samford Showgrounds and is a group of 372 equestrian enthusiasts. We are a varied bunch, who have an interest in an array of pursuits that is reflected in the busy club calendar.
Dressage riders have the opportunity to compete in one of the many members’ days or attend the more formal Equestrian Australia (EA) Dressage Competitions, held approximately once a month.
Prefer jumping with your horse? SEG offers regular jump training days and EA Jumping Competitions. Alternatively, the grass arena in the club grounds is always well stocked with jump wings, poles and cavalettis for members to create their own jump course.
Working equitation is a pursuit that is gaining popularity in Australia and this can be seen in the growing number of members that attend the ANWE training days. These days are the perfect way to learn more, as they are held by experienced local riders who are passionate about the sport. Once a year, SEG plays host to the Horse of the Year working equitation competition that attracts competitors from across the region.
Other pursuits that are reflected in the group are Western Dressage and Cowboy Dressage. The Samford and Districts Carriage Drivers and Queensland Light Horse Troop also share the grounds for training days.
Throughout the year, the club plays host to a number of education days that are designed to assist the horse and rider. At a recent event, 30 SEG members were treated to an informative morning session by The Eventing Physiologist, Natasha Campbell. The experienced and accredited exercise physiologist and event rider took participants through both practical sessions and hands on exercises to achieve greater
control and stability when riding. Local company AlFreshCo Catering provided a sumptuous long table lunch, enjoyed under the winter sun. It was a pleasant day indeed.
To find out about upcoming events or how to join, jump on the SEG website to find out more. There’s also the opportunity to subscribe to the online Google calendar so you will not miss an update.
We look forward to seeing you at SEG soon!
www.samfordequestriangroup.com.au
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Confirmations
On Sunday 21 July our new Regional Bishop, The Right Reverend Sarah Plowman was with us to celebrate the confirmation of Toni, Jake, Christopher and Rebecca and to welcome Terry into communicant membership of the Anglican Church. This was the first confirmation celebrated by Bishop Sarah who was consecrated Bishop in June this year. Bishop Sarah was ably assisted by Ben who was server on the day. Ben was responsible for looking after Bishop Sarah’s crosier (bishop’s staff) and mitre (hat) from time to time.
All Things Nice
All Things Nice are expanding their opening hours adding the first Saturday of the month to their schedule. Normal operating hour (9am-midday) will stand. While I was there recently, I did notice a couple of frocks that would be most suitable for a senior formal.
Centenary Celebrations
Our Centenary celebrations climax on 25th August when The Most Rev’d Jeremy
Greaves, Archbishop will join us for our Centenary Liturgy. That service will be at 2pm and will be the only service on the day. This event will be preceded by a High Tea on Saturday 24th August. Bookings are well under way for the High Tea. It seems that word has spread after the success of last year’s High Tea.
Regular Sunday Services: 7:30am and 9am. Motorcycle ride group gathers at Longyard Larder on the first Saturday of the month for an 8:30am or 9am departure. Destinations vary and riders of all experience levels are welcome. The August ride will visit the motorcycle Swap meet in Dayboro.
SPYs – St Paul’s Youth: 3rd Friday of the month, 6pm-9pm for an evening which always includes food and a craft activity. Samford Valley Markets: 2nd Saturday of the month, 7am – Midday.
All Things Nice: Mondays, Samford Valley Market days and the first Saturday of the month, 9am – midday, Parish Hall.
Robert Paget Priest in Charge
Super savings for women
Ask any woman juggling career, home and family and she’ll tell you it’s a hard slog. Yet as retirement looms, dreams of enjoying the rewards of all that work are shattered as the retirement savings don’t support the vision.
According to an inquiry into Women’s Economic Security in Retirement entitled “A husband is not a retirement plan: Achieving economic security for women in retirement”, on average, women retire with approximately half the retirement savings as men. The inquiry also found that the majority of Australians on the age pension are women. Of that number, the majority are single, meaning that these women are struggling alone on an income that the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) defines as poverty.
What about super?
It’s a double-whammy for women whose careers were interrupted to raise children, but unfortunately, time off work means there’s less money being contributed to the super pie.
Samford Area Mens Shed
Who’s Who @ SAMS Meet Ron!
He’s a Cairns lad through and through, whose blood runs a deep brown-crimson continuously, not just during State of Origin season. Growing up in the northern heat, it finally dawned on him that maybe he should trade in his alfresco pushbike for a car, so he hit the town cutting lawns for cash until he could afford the 696cc Austin 7 he had his heart set on. After a series of upgrades, he hit the bigtime, forking out for the coveted FJ Holden. Throughout those years, the relentless sun took its toll on all of his vehicles one after the other, and yet it came with an upside: unwittingly forcing him to develop into the skilled motor mechanic, panel beater and spray painter he claims to be today.
Samford Psychology
Despite all that fun and preoccupation, he found time to boldly convince one of his school classmates to be his girlfriend, and together they left Cairns, got their respective degrees, married one another, had a family and settled in Keperra. But apparently that wasn’t enough, Ron wanted a career, not a mere job. Never one for taking the easy road, he chose the niche field of industrial noise & vibration as his specialty, eventually starting his own noise consultancy company that flourished for a remarkable 30 years. He reckons there’s no prize for guessing who managed the staff and finances and packed his lunch boxes all that time!
The Samford connection started during his interim years as a power station engineer, where his daily commute took him through Samford Village. With the release of Samford Downs stage 1, they leapt in and made the first purchase on the hill behind the bowls club. He says it was first to purchase but last to build, and after their builder went broke he and his lovely wife finished the project themselves in ’97, replete with a monstrous shiny shed. No sooner was the shed standing sad and empty, when Ron’s youthful petrolhead days kicked into gear and the yawning space began filling up with classic cars in various stages of disrepair,
Support for Children, Adolescents & Adults
Our psychologists and psychiatrist are experienced, caring and supportive with approaches taliored to suit the individual client.
Areas where we can help:
restoration and a brand new life, thanks to his passion and dedication. Pity about all the noise, hey Ron.
Check out SAMS’ website samfordshed. org.au, enquire at samssecretary1@gmail. com, or visit us at Showgrounds Drive, Highvale, next to the Showgrounds entrance.
Digby Shaw
Thanks Community Bank Samford
Samford Area Men’s Shed was delighted to receive a grant of $50,000 from Community Bank Samford in their recent distribution of $714,000 to local community organisations in the Samford and Pine Rivers region, through their grants and sponsorships program.
At a presentation function held on 16th July, the bank distributed grants to twelve community organisations throughout Samford and Pine Rivers, and Samford Area Men’s Shed (SAMS) was honoured to be one of them.
Speaking after the presentation, SAMS Chairman, Phil Walters, thanked the bank and said that the funds will be used to install a dust extraction system in the woodworking workshop (pictured above) to reduce the airborne sawdust that is an inevitable by-product of woodworking.
“We are indeed grateful for the funding of the system that would not be possible from our normal fundraising activities,” he said.
The Samford Area Men’s Shed encourages men of all ages to get together in a friendly environment to engage in various activities, or just for a chat. Located in Showgrounds Drive, Highvale, visitors are welcome Tuesdays from 9:30am – 11am, or the shop is open 9am -12noon, Tuesday to Thursday.
Airservices Australia has developed options to reduce the frequency and concentration of some flight paths over Brisbane.
It’s part of our Noise Action Plan to reduce the impact of aircraft noise on communities in Greater Brisbane.
Will these proposed flight path changes affect you?
Learn more and give us your feedback: 19 August - 15 September 2024
For more information, to book an appointment at a community session or register for an online session, visit:
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OUT & ABOUT
Samford Bowls Club
Sunday Sesh @ Samford Bowlo
The working team arrived early, the food trucks were set and ready to go. With so much planning will anyone come! Yes they did, it was wonderful. Thank you to all the supporters who made the day a success. Our next Sesh is on Sunday 18th August, 11am - 3pm. Come along and enjoy some food, music, barefoot bowls and children’s entertainment. For more information find us on Facebook.
The lights are on!
After the disaster of our flood lights going down as a result of the flood, we are now up and running with new LED lights. This has been very sad for those Thursday night Village Bowls players, but we are happy to report that Allan has the Spring season planned and ready to go, starting October 3rd - November 28th. Many thanks to Chris Roberts from 3DL and Shannon Muridge who initiated the procurement and sourcing of the project. Thank you also to Pro Lecc P/L for completing the installation and CNW Electrical Wholesale Bowen Hills who
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supplied the lighting at a discounted price. Anyone interested in Village Bowls please contact Allan 0429 919 486. There will be no excuse for not seeing the ‘Jack’ at night games now as the lighting is 200 lux, twice the minimum as recommended by Bowls Australia.
Events
Fashion Parade: Monday 26 August and there are only a few tickets remaining. Contact Tracey 0416 216 667. $25.00 pp. 9.30am – 12noon.
Casino Night: Saturday 26 October6.30pm. Gather a group of friends together for this entertaining night at the club. More information closer to the date.
Competitions
The Pennant season is progressing with Samford doing well in some divisions and not so well in others. Most divisions have another 2 rounds to play except the Samford Powerful Owls ladies/open division 3 that defeated Windsor Wombats on Wednesday 31st July. This takes the Powerful Owls Division 3 team to 2nd on the ladder and
they will be in the finals. The division 3 Men’s/Open had a draw against New Farm on Saturday 27th July. Well done Samford. The Samford District Bowls Club AGM will be held at the club on 15th September 2024 at 9am. All positions on the Board of Management (Board) and the Players Co-ordinating Committee (PCC) are up for re-election. The closing date for nominations is 6th September at 1pm.
Enquiries: info@samfordbowls.com.au.
Janice Ridley
Pictured below: Working on the new lights
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Samford Live Returns For Spring
With warmer weather around the corner, Samford Live is set to return. We’ll be back at Little Tree Bake & Brewhouse in September to present a delightful four-piece Gypsy Jazz combo to welcome in Spring.
Jan Dijk 4 draws inspiration from the charming sounds found in 1930’s Paris & New Orleans Jazz music to capture the magic and swing of this endearing time. These consummate musicians reflect the heart of Gypsy Jazz Music, celebrating the music of the great swing era, particularly as made so memorable by Stephane Grappelli and Django Reinhardt of the Hot Club of France.
Jan Van Dijk has been entrenched in the Gypsy and Swing scenes in Australia and abroad for over fifteen years. New Orleans has become a second home and a source of constant inspiration. Those Louisiana strains can be heard meandering through the fastpaced Gypsy Jazz repertoire.
Known for his performances and recordings with the late great Ewan MacKenzie in his ensemble Swing Dynamique, Jan Van Dijk brings a vibrant cast of current Manouche heavyweights to Samford Live. The band are regulars at West End’s Bearded Lady’s Gypsy Jazz Sunday sessions.
Saturday 14 September
Jan Dijk 4 – Evocative Gypsy Jazz $20 / $25/ $30 + booking fee Doors open 5.30pm, music from 6.30pm – 8.30pm Little Tree Bake & Brewhouse Info & bookings at Samfordlive.au and Humanitix.
Coming up in October: Saturday 12 October
The BarleyshakesAward Winning Irish Band On sale soon.
Samford Live Inc. is your local live music group. Community based and led by local musicians and a producer. We thank our community for your support, enabling us to present great music in Samford.
Chris Bowen
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
PATCHWORKERS ON DISPLAY NEXT MONTH
Samford Patchworkers are once again holding their biennial Quilt Show.
From 9am – 4pm each day over the weekend of 7 - 8 September at the Samford Community Hall, you will find the usual array of beautiful quilts to admire and their famous morning and afternoon teas to savour.
In addition to the 80+ quilts on display, this year’s show will feature a display of A
A Quilter’s perspective on interesting changes through the decades “Some Things Change. Some Stay the Same!”
Quilter’s Perspective on interesting changes through the decades. Of course, the always popular ‘sales table’ will be stacked with a multitude of handmade articles (including quilts) just waiting for you to purchase. Your Christmas shopping could all be done in one go!
Once again, the group has also created three beautiful quilts for the raffle, with the winner getting first choice.
This group is well known for its sizeable donations to charities. Proceeds from this
Department of Transport and Main Roads
show will be Orange Sky Laundry, Precious Wings and Days for Girls. These charities that do enormous good in the community. The local Samford Men’s Shed will be there again to operate a lunch bar/BBQ. The hall is wheelchair accessible, there is good parking and buses are welcome. The group looks forward to seeing you at the show in September.
7th & 8th September
Samford Community Hall 9am - 4pm $7 entry
Includes morning or afternoon tea (gold coin donation welcomed)
Winner’s choice raffle: $2 a ticket
1st prize: Handcrafted quilt
2nd prize: Handcrafted quilt
3rd prize: Handcrafted quilt
Contact: Diane 0412 676 732, Rae 0407 693 818 or email samfordpatchworkers@ gmail.com.
Temporar y road closures to all traffic along Eatons Crossing Road
Department of Transport and Main Roads works notification.
The first section will be closed between Lilley Road and Albion Road from 10am Friday 16
August 2024 to 5am Monday 19 August 2024. A detour will be in place via Somers Street and Barker Street.
The second section will be closed between Eden Drive and Lilley Road from 10am Friday 30
August 2024 to 5am Monday 2 September 2024. A detour will be in place via Eden Drive, Church Road and Albion Road, Eatons Hill.
If wet weather is experienced, works will be delayed until the next available weekend.
Motorists can expect delays and increases in travel time.
For more information, call 1800 314 756.
COLOUR ME HAPPY!
Did you know that this is actually possible? The power of colour to lift the spirit and set a positive mood is often spoken of.
This month on Tawny Trails, we are exploring the theme of colour. Colour can be a powerful tool for influencing our moods and happiness. Here’s how.
Psychological Impact : Our brains associate certain colours with specific emotions. Warm colours like yellow and orange tend to evoke feelings of cheerfulness, optimism and energy. Seeing these colours might activate similar brain pathways as experiencing sunshine or warmth, lifting your mood. Cool colours like blue and green, on the other hand, are linked to feelings of calmness, peace and relaxation.
Environmental Influence: The colours in your environment can significantly affect how you feel in a space. Painting your home office a bright, energetic colour like yellow, or adding bright artwork might boost your creativity and focus, while a calming blue in your bedroom can promote better sleep. Even small pops of colour, like a bright yellow vase or a turquoise artwork, can add a cheerful touch and lift your spirits.
You don’t need whole walls of colour, but next time you’re feeling down, try surrounding yourself with colours that evoke happiness and peace, or wear a bright outfit to boost your mood.
If you struggle with colour coordination, a great tip is to look at nature. Nature throws out some inspiring and impeccable colour schemes, from vibrant to earthy. It’s about observing what surrounds us. This is a big part of creative living. Taking the time to stop and truly observe.
Each of our trail locations has a different approach to colours. For example: You only need to take one step into Christa’s Art & Gilding to realise the luxurious essence of rich, earthy tones coupled with glorious gold and silver.
Visiting the Dayboro Art Gallery is an emotive and sensory experience. Exquisitely coordinated walls show how different styles can work together effortlessly by merely matching colour tones. Because let’s face it, we are all multifaceted individuals.
For good examples of masters of colour, you can’t go past Yuliana Kusumastuti’s abstracts. And Yvonne Mothersole’s rich landscapes. While the black and white in Running Duck Studio is about elegance and nostalgia, Rendezvous is full of warm, homely colours. There is inspiration all around you.
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Mon 19th August: Herb haven: Cultivating culinary magic in tiny spaces. 1.30pm – 2.30pm.
Not a lot of room for a big veggie garden? Sarah Heath from Basilea will share tips for growing herbs in pots - perfect for apartment living. For adults. Free. Bookings required.
Celebrate the best of Australian literature for children and young people during Children’s Book Week, from 17 to 23 August 2024, with our Book Week Storytimes.
REGULAR EVENTS
Every Mon, Thurs & Fri: Playtime. 9.30am – 10.00am.
Introduce your child to the wonderful world of free play. Have fun playing with your child, making up stories together and sharing in their delight as they make new discoveries. Playtime is a fully resourced opportunity for parents and children 0 - 5 years to play, pick up early literacy tips, network with other parents and make new friends.
Mondays weekly: Story Dogs. 3.30pm – 4.30pm.
When children read to a dog, the outcomes are amazing! With their calm and loving nature dogs provide a magical environment that helps children relax, improve their literacy skills, and confidence. Book your child for a 15-minute, individual sessions every 15 minutes.
For Free school holiday activities and to find out more, go to mbrc.qld.gov.au/ libraries or visit us on Facebook @MBRC. libraries.
In 2004, our founder, matriarch, and beloved grandmother of Kupidabin Wilderness walked across the land and envisioned a place of intertribal peace and wellness. Indigenous elder, Uncle Tex Chapman blessed the land and Maureen’s mission was born! Here we are 20 years later, and we are immensely proud of the work we are doing.
People come to Kupidabin to heal and to pray. They come to sing and to dance. They come to connect with the land, with each other, and with themselves.
And we want to extend our hand to you. Come and join us this Sunday 11th August as we showcase what Kupidabin means to us, to your community and the world! We are growing from strength to strength, and we would love to share that with you. Your peace and happiness are important to us. Let us show you exactly what we mean by that.
Morning yoga starts at 8am. The official opening ceremony will be at 9:30am. Going
late into the night! Plenty of food/tea and coffee. $60 per head. Kids under 16 and our beloved elders over 75 are free. For bookings call or text Aaron on 0420 319 454.
Kupidabin Wilderness, 7 Lyell Court, Mt Samson.
Aaron O’ Neil KCAI Chairman
VINTAGE WEDDING DRESS GALA
On Saturday 27th July at the Samford Community Hall, there were brides and bridesmaids aplenty as the hall was transformed with beautiful tulle bows decorating the walls, pink and white bows across stage and tables, setting the scene for a parade of Wedding Dresses of Yesteryear.
This fundraising event was in aid of Charity of the Year 2023, Care Kits for Kids, who provide backpacks to around 4000 children in care or crisis from birth to 17 years each year.
The parade opened with Dorothy Kissane’s 1948 dress, followed by Matisse wearing Pat Curran’s 1956 gown. Every decade was represented with ‘Musical
Director’ Nicki selecting songs from each decade to match the dresses. The earliest gown was a 1926 ‘flapper dress’ and veil. Another worn by Jean Melhuish in 1949 was so fragile it was displayed on a mannequin.
Attendees were delighted with the variety of materials and styles of the 21 dresses presented, with the final bride Jordan, wearing the gown from her 2023 wedding.
The models were young local women from Year 12 and University, who all looked gorgeous with hair and makeup touched up by professionals. Some wore their mother’s gowns, and there were some tears from one mother watching her daughter wearing the wedding dress she had worn.
With Mimosas and champagne, catering from the Samford CWA and plenty of raffles, the event sold event raised and amazing
$5000 for Care Kits for Kids.
We were very grateful for the sponsorship provided by Peter Dutton MP, Tony Crompton of Ray White Samford, Chelsea Perry from Craig Doyle Real Estate Samford, Samford Valley Garden Centre, Tim Mander, Nexus Church and Physio Resolves.
Thank you to the raffle donors and the wonderful helpers who created beautiful decorations, bouquets, made wedding cake, helped dress the “brides”, serve the afternoon tea (boxed by our kitchen helpers into lovely little white boxes) and our barmen. Thanks also to wonderful family, friends and neighbours who helped to set the room Friday night and then again at Saturday’s event to help put the hall back to normal again.
Pat Needham
WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND
We know stepping out of the house into Samford’s great outdoors is one way to help us to feel better, but what if windy, Arcticlike conditions mean that staying inside is a better option? If you have a round room handy, you may find similar mood-elevating benefits.
Earlier this year, researchers from Bond University found that curved or round rooms can make us feel calmer, enhance our positivity and increase our creativity.
Their study placed 35 participants in virtual reality offices, the only difference being that one had round walls and the other featured your standard rectangular walls.
“Those in the round rooms not only reported feeling better, but also had a lower heart rate and exhibited higher creative output in a standard creativity task as opposed to those in rectangular room,” Bond University Associate Professor and experimental psychologist, Oliver Baumann said.
Round rooms are not new with several examples spanning various ancestral cultures including huts, igloos, cathedral domes and circular tent structures.
“Evolutionarily, round shapes are often associated with safety and comfort. Round shapes lack sharp edges or corners, which are often associated with potential danger or harm,” Dr Baumann said.
While it may not be practical the curve the wall of your existing kitchen, this idea provides food for thought to think outside the box the next time you’re designing a fresh interior.
On a smaller scale, creating round play environments for young children may help with cranky hour, which can help everyone in the family from going round the bend.
Tanya Hall
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PILATES LIFESTYLE AND WELLBEING
It has been a pleasure to recently welcome a number of new clients into our studio. Instructing classes from Beginners through to Intermediate and Advanced levels makes our work so interesting and keeps us on our toes to continue programming varied, appropriate and enjoyable classes to assist all our clients to better health.
Maintaining our accreditation as MERRITHEW trained instructors, we are required to attend at least 9 hours of workshops per annum to refresh and gain new knowledge. These opportunities keep us up to date with the latest findings in the Pilates industry and the opportunity to mix with other instructors, sharing our experiences and ideas.
Whilst I have worked with Post Natal clients for a number of years now, this month I will be attending an updated workshop for Post Natal exercises. Jac has also covered this work and we invite any women in this special time of their lives, whether it is baby one or baby three, to indulge themselves in bringing their bodies back to stronger alignment than their prepregnancy body.
Our Intermediate Mat and Reformer classes on Monday, Wednesday and Friday’s have some spaces and we welcome any of our budding Samford athletes or dancers to join these stronger classes.
For further information contact Dorothy on 0432 269 472 or Jac on 0417 716 462 or visit www.pilateslifestyle.com.au
DIVISION 11 COUNCIL REPORT
Garden Organics, get set to GO!
Council is introducing a new fortnightly garden organics (GO) collection service from 2 December 2024 for easier at home recycling. Your GO bin can be used to dispose of everything that grows in your garden, including branches, leaves and grass clippings.
Did you know that garden organic waste makes up 23% of what we throw away in our general waste bins? The GO service will help divert 15,000 tonnes of waste from landfill each year and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, supporting Council’s goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2039, with an aim for the future for waste to be avoided, reused and recycled to the greatest possible extent.
Homes with a land size between 300m2 and 2,000m2 will receive a 240L lime green
lidded bin. Bins will be distributed to eligible properties between September and November 2024. Properties with a land size smaller than 300m2 or larger than 2,000m2 will be able to opt in to the service from 1 March 2025 via our website or customer service centres.
The first kerbside collection will happen between 2-13 December 2024. GO bins will then be emptied on a fortnightly basis, on the same day as your general waste bin and the alternate week to your recycling bin.
Like all waste collection services, there will be a charge for the service of $67 per year per bin. For residents who don’t want to be part of the service, you can apply to opt out if you use a gardener that removes GO material from your property, or a garden organics collection contractor.
It is important to know that conditional opt out GO services are being rolled out across South East Queensland, not just City of Moreton Bay. This is in line with the Queensland Organics Strategy and Action Plan, and will assist in meeting national and state targets.
A list of frequently asked questions and further information can be found at moretonbay.qld.gov.au/GO or by calling Council’s customer service team on 3205 0555.
Cr Darren Grimwade
BUTTERFLY BUSH
As its name suggests, the butterfly bush ( Pavetta australiensis ) produces nectar filled flowers that attract butterflies. The rich nectar also provides food for a wide range of beneficial insects such as bees as well as honeyeaters. Beehawk moths feed on the leaves. The fragrant, creamy white flowers are produced in dense terminal clusters that are held above the leaves at almost any month of the year, but particularly from late winter through to summer. Round, black berries, favoured by other birds, are conspicuous in late summer.
The Butterfly Bush, whilst highly ornamental in flower, is attractive throughout the year. Growing up to 4m in height in ideal conditions, it has a rounded shape and glossy green leaves. These leaves, up to 14cm long, vary in shape from narrowly elliptical to egg-shaped, with either a rounded or pointed tip. They have prominent veins that are paler than the leaf blade and depressed on the upper surface.
Found in dry rainforest margins and along creeks and gullies in northern NSW and SE Qld, the Butterfly Bush grows in full sun or part shade. It grows well in cultivation, tolerating most soils but benefitting from mulching to maintain soil moisture and protected from frosts. In long, dry spells it may shed foliage. This lovely bush suits any sized garden as it can be pruned to the desired size. It is a suitable screening plant. As a significant wildlife habitat, it deserves a prominent place in the garden.
PURPLE PEA BUSH
During a bushwalk around Brisbane in spring, you will invariably come across a spectacular bushy shrub covered in purple pea flowers. The Purple Pea Bush (Hovea acutifolia) is one of twenty species of Hovea, all of which are endemic to Australia. Its natural range is the wet eucalypt forests and rainforest margins from southeast Queensland to the central coast of New South Wales. This species is named after its pointed leaf, which is narrowly elliptical to 7cm long and evenly tapered at both the base and apex. The upper surface is smooth and green whilst the lower surface is covered in soft, short, rusty hairs.
The Purple Pea Bush is a medium-sized shrub that grows to about 3 metres high and 1.5 metres wide with a unique, almost vase shape. The stems are covered in soft brown hairs. Although they are relatively
short-lived (about 5 to 7 years), they are a fast-growing plant. It is in spring that the plant really shines. The typical pea flowers, each consisting of four petals, emerge on stalks from the leaf axils. The flowers are succeeded by green pods, which are edible when young and turn brown on ripening. These pods pop open to disperse the seed which self-germinate in undisturbed areas, ensuring continuous, alluring displays.
This plant requires relatively little attention. It can grow in a variety of welldrained soils that are slightly acidic to slightly alkaline, and prefers filtered sun or partial shade. Although it is drought resistant, the Purple Pea Bush benefits from good mulching to conserve water. This species is tolerant of light frosts and salt. It makes an interesting background in a Mediterranean or cottage garden, is a great feature plant in a small garden, as a potted specimen, or it could be used to create a screen. A light annual pruning after flowering helps to maintain shape whilst encouraging plant growth and flowering. The plant can be fertilised with a lowphosphate product.
This is a wildlife habitat plant. Bees, including native species, see purple better than other colours, so the Purple Pea Bush is highly desirable for them. Other insect, such as butterflies, wasps and spiders are also attracted to the flowers. These in turn attract insect-eating birds. This bushy shrub, whilst a refuge against predators, provides shelter from the weather for small birds. It can also be grown safely in gardens with young children and inquisitive pets.
Visit Paten Park Native Nursery to learn more. www.ppnn.org.au
Find out more at Paten Park Native Nursery www.ppnn.com.au
BOOK REVIEWS BY JULIE MARTIN
MISTER PIP
Lloyd Jones
When Lloyd Jones wrote this artless little YA book, he probably never believed it would be short-listed for a Man Booker. Its prose is simple, elegant, with a parable-like quality that makes readers feel they are reading something that matters. Mister Pip is a love song to the power of literature, showing how books can lift us out of the every-day, guiding us through places and experiences that give us new understandings and maybe change our lives forever. It is about belonging and losing one’s way, about love, grief and memory.
Set in Bougainville’s civil war in the early 1990s, and shaped by the plot of Dickens’ Great Expectations, it captures the turmoil fourteen-year-old indigenous villager Matilda faces after her father disappears to Townsville which could be in another
galaxy for all the villagers understand of geography. All the whites have left the village save one, Mr Watts, who is married to a local. Supplies and medications are in short supply. Desperation hangs over the village. The political details are vague. Matilda knows only that the Redskins and the Rambos are fighting a war and the appearance of either in the village means trouble.
Mr Watts, Pop Eye to the children, sets up a school, armed only with Great Expectations. Each day he reads a chapter. Each day Matilda and the others become more enthralled by the protagonist Pip who offers a new view of the world. Matilda’s Christian mother distrusts the white man’s teachings. Determined to shield her daughter’s mind from seditious pollution, she steals and hides Watts’s Great Expectations.
The Redskin soldiers find Pip’s name carved in the sand at a roll call, so they demand that he appears. They are told he is a book character, but the book cannot be found. Matilda’s mother refuses to give up the book as evidence that Pip is not a rebel but a fictional character. Convinced Pip is a spy, the invaders destroy all the villagers’ belongings except their houses. Tensions grow, tragedy follows. The name “Pip” becomes synonymous with rebellion, free-thinking and self-determination. Then the Rambus come and what happens when warmongers meet the vulnerable happens. Matilda, guided by her learning from Dickens’ Pip, forges a new life.
You cannot pretend to read a book. Your eyes will give you away. So will your breathing. A person entranced by a book simply forgets to breathe. The house can catch alight and a reader deep in a book will not look up until the wallpaper is in flames.
THE BOOK OF FIRE
Christy Lefteri
Reclusive
husband Tasso and their daughter Chara, once thriving in their simple life, are traumatised in different ways by the destructive heat: Tasso and Chara bear severe physical scars, Irini and Tasso carry a load of guilt, Tasso for failing to protect his family, Irini for what she did after finding the developer alive with a noose round his neck.
Tasso turns away from painting the forest he so loved, Inni struggles to draw him from his deep black hole, while trying to retain her optimism for their daughter. The community’s collective memory of the inferno’s tragedy is passed in looks between Irini and the other villagers building trust and camaraderie between them, festering blame for Mr Monk. Irini encapsulates the villagers’ censure of the developer in her action.
To cope, Inni journals in The Book of Fire, and she plays a song her father taught her on her bouzouki, a type of Greek lute. Gradually Tasso and Chara find release in art.
Lefteri argues that artistic expression offers redemptive catharsis in times of crisis. Her veiled reference to climate change is poignant, given what is happening with natural disasters across the world. She poses unresolved questions about who is to blame for the conflagration. Does Mr Monk bear personal responsibility? Is it capitalistic greed that drives the lighting of the initial fire? Or is is the tardy, misguided response of government services that are to blame for its uncontrolled spread? Could anyone have lit the fire? Would forgiving Mr Monk denigrate the villagers’ trauma? Is justice trumped by vengeful feel-good fake morality?
The book is worth reading for its depiction of the family moving through trauma together through the therapy of art and for the questions it poses.
developer Mr Monk, planning a luxury hotel, sets fire to 2 hectares of land to clear it and burns 124,000 hectares of pristine forest. A village is razed, many people are killed, wounded and traumatised.
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PINE RIVERS UPDATE
Cost of Living Relief
It’s now been one month since some of our cost of living measures came into effect, providing support to every Queensland household. It has been wonderful to talk with so many locals about the $1,000 energy rebate which has been automatically applied to energy bills, with $1,372 to support vulnerable Queenslanders within our community.
From Monday 5th August, the next relief measure will come into effect with 50c public transport fares for all Queenslanders across the entire TransLink network. Cost of living relief is a priority for me and I have fought hard to deliver relief to our community.
The response to these cost-of-living measures has been overwhelmingly positive, and I am grateful for everyone who has attended a mobile office over the past few weeks to discuss how these relief measures are making a difference to your household budgets. A 20% discount will also be applied to registrations from 5th August, assisting to reduce the cost of car, boat and trailer rego.
Road Works – Mount Glorious Road
The Department of Transport and Main Roads has begun landslip repair works on Mount Glorious Road, Mount Glorious, in 5 locations. These works are an important measure to ensure safety in the area and will include:
• Excavating slope faces and clearing out drains and culverts.
• Installing rockfall mesh and
rock bolts to stabilise the road embankments.
• Installing erosion control to protect adjacent environmental areas.
• Reinstating guideposts and road pavement.
Works started in July and are expected to take around 3 months to complete, weather and construction conditions permitting.
The Mount Glorious Road landslip repairs are being undertaken as part of a broader program of rectification work to repair more than 200 batter slope/embankment sites across North Coast Region damaged by the 2022 flooding and rain events.
Works are also occurring on the Goat Track. The recovery works are jointly funded by the Federal and State Governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
Dayboro and Samford Shows
I would like to congratulate the Dayboro Show Society and Samford Show Society for their successful annual shows which were held in July. Both events showcased the talent within our community, from the delicious homemade baking to the interactive animal exhibits, these events made for a great day out with the family.
I would like to acknowledge our hardworking community groups, who dedicated time and energy to make these shows so special.
Nikki Boyd MP Member for Pine Rivers
ARANA VIEW CLUB
As you know, VIEW Clubs are the largest sponsor of The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program. Our club sponsors children from primary to secondary levels so they have the opportunity and confidence to move learn. We provide financial support to the program through our annual fundraising activities including our monthly luncheon meetings, where it’s great to have updates on our student’s progress.
Every month we have an interesting guest speaker and various outings where long lasting friendships are formed. The club welcomes women of all backgrounds and ages to join our meetings held on the first Wednesday of each month at Arana Leagues Club, Dawson Parade, Keperra, starting at 10.30am for 11.00am start. A two course meal, tea and coffee is $35.00pp.
Learn more about Arana VIEW or attend a lunch meeting by contacting Carol before 12.00noon on the Thursday before the meeting: Ph 3355 5349.
DICKSON NOTES
Dickson Seniors’ Expo
The Dickson Seniors’ Expo is just weeks away and will provide seniors with an opportunity to connect with healthcare providers, retirement and assisted living facilities, community organisations, health and wellness resources, as well as federal, state, and local government services. There will also be plenty of entertainment, carparks, prizes and your chance to receive 1 of 5 $100 grocery gift cards. Entry is free!
When: Tuesday 27 August 2024
Time: 9.00am – 2.00pm
Where: South Pine Sports Complex, 620 South Pine Road (enter via Cribb Road), Brendale
To book: Simply scan the QR code or you can call my office on 3205 9977 to register.
I look forward to welcoming you at the 2024 Dickson Seniors’ Expo!
Samford Show
Thank you to the entire team at the Samford Show Society for organising a truly fantastic show this year. Congratulations to
Happy Birthday Peppy
I sponsor Peppy at Samford Riding for the Disabled, and it was her and her herd mates’ birthday on 1 August. Peppy, a wonderful chestnut horse, has brought joy and support to many kids in our community.
Cost of living
Times are tough for our community and for Australia as a whole. In just two years, the cost of necessities has significantly increased: Food up 11%; Electricity up 22%; Gas up 25%; Rent up 15%; Housing up 15%; Health up 11%; Education up 11%; Financial and insurance up 17%.
If you need help, please feel free to reach out to my office. Contact details below. Vietnam Veterans’ Day
Brendale Evening VIEW Club Update
Winter Woolie Warmer Night Brendale View Club members came to dinner all rugged up to brave the winter chill. After a welcome from our hostess Jane, our guest speaker National Councillor Lyall, gave an update on The Smith Family’s Learning for Life Program, before the many raffle and lucky door prizes were drawn.
On 18 August 2024, we observe Vietnam Veterans’ Day, remembering almost 60,000 Australians who served in the conflict between 1962 and 1972. Our community includes many local veterans, and we should be incredibly proud of their service to our country. We pay tribute to the 523 Australians who died in the line of duty and the more than 3,000 who were wounded. We also honour the veterans still with us: those who continue to live with the challenges and traumas of their service, and those who, to this day, play a crucial role in supporting Australia’s ex-service community.
Stay connected
For regular updates with what’s happening in Dickson, you can sign up to my eNewsletter at www.peterdutton.com. au, or head over and like my Facebook page. If there is anything I can do to help or any local issues you’d like to raise, please send me an email at peter.dutton.mp@aph. gov.au or call my office in Strathpine on 3205 9977.
Peter Dutton MP Federal Member for Dickson and Federal Opposition Leader
The Brendale Evening VIEW Club welcomes you to come to our next dinner meeting, to hear more about what we do and help us continue raising funds for these disadvantaged Australian students so they can have the necessary resources for their education. Education is a vital tool towards a better life for the future of the next generation.
Upcoming Events: 20th August: Dinner meeting with guest speaker Suzanne Jones from Just Better Care.
27th August: Moreton Bay Senior Expo at South Pine Indoor Sports Complex, Brendale. This is an opportunity to ask all your questions about VIEW.
29th August: Annual Fashion Parade at the Hornets Aspley Hornets Football Club. Bookings are required. This is a popular event. (Bookings through Shayne below).
If you are unable to make our dinner meetings, what about joining us for a ‘Coffee and Chat’ on the first Saturday of the month, 10am at White’s Coffee Co. in the Bracken Ridge Tavern. The members will make you most welcome.
Our Dinner meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month at Aspley Hornets Football Club, Carseldine, 6.30pm for a 7pm start. It is important to book with us beforehand. Contact Shayne on 0409 991 428.
Barbara
Joseph for winning my guessing game jar!
CROSS - WORD 1424
This one doesn’t have Across or Down, instead it has compass directions SE, SW, NE, NW. You need to follow each clue’s directions to solve it!
1. (SE) Insulting or unflattering (15)
2. (SE) The Translational Research Institute is an Australian initiative (1,1,1)
3. (SE) Before Google Search, we would do this to Jeeves (3)
4. (NE) A gnat lost its head and got a crazy tan (3)
5. (NE) Capable tin (3)
6. (NW) It sounds like it should go on ahead (3)
7. (NE) Sinn Fein comes up short (1,1,1)
8. (SE) Leech, mozzie or vampire (11)
9. (NE) Intoxicating beverage constituent (7)
10. (NW) Using the mouth to convey amusement or derision (7)
11. (SE) Radio phonetic just for you (7)
12. (SW) Fab Four (7)
13. (NE) Utterly unskillful (11)
14. (NW) It’s not about how you get there, but about where ‘there’ is (11)
15. (SE) Know a vessel that can withstand a big flood (3)
16. (SE) A single one of these does not make a meal (3)
17. (SW) Flavoured milk, and acorn factory (3)
18. (SE) In short opposition to Labor (3)
19. (SW) Invisible element of Nature (3)
20. (SW) Spherical object (3)
21. (NE) Competence expected in the workplace (15)
NEXT SDPPA MEETING
Wednesday 21st August Samford Community Hub (SCHUB). 7pm start. All welcome. Further information: secretary@ samfordprogress.org.au.
22. (NE) Windpipe surgery (11)
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ALLPRO PRESSURE WASHING House Washing, Gutters, Driveways & Solar Panels. 0411 160 098
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FURNITURE REPAIRS Chairs & small furniture repairs done in my workshop. Clive: 0488 370 707. LANTANA a problem? Call Peter on 0417 726 923 for prompt removal, roots and all with no pesticides used.
LOCAL CLEANING LADY $30/hr. 0488 483 231..
MORTGAGE BROKER Sarah Doyle Mortgage Choice 0401 435 775.
TLC CLEANERS – Reliable, local service over 20yrs. Many references avail. 0414 328 945
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NEXT SDPPA MEETING
Wednesday 21 August 2024
Samford Community Hub (SCHUB).
7pm start. All welcome. Further information: secretary@samfordprogress.org.au. Come and hear about what’s happening in your community.
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PET RESORTS AUSTRALIA SAMFORD. Ph: 3289 1600 W: petresortsaustralia.com
COOLSTANCE COPRA $30. Discount Grain. For pricing: Stewart 0412 884 868.
TUITION
DRIVER TRAINING: Automatic/manual, accredited female trainer, own car only. $50 p/hr M: 0434 544 215.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Early childhood/school/ executive skills, self care, sensory/self regulation. gwen@ gwenliddleot.com M: 0413 124 121
SAMFORD VALLEY REMEDIAL MASSAGE, for Relaxation and Remedial Massage. Open Tues-WedThurs, Health fund rebates available. Located Highvale. Book online: www.svrm.com.au
WELLNESS @ ZEN SPACE is for every-body! With around 20 classes a week we are Samford’s premium venue for yoga, meditation, fitness & wellness classes and workshops. From beginners to over 60’s, experienced yogi’s and little people, we’ve got you covered! Plus Zenthai Shiatsu treatments, Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna, HeartSong Choir and live music events! Space to hire for your events too! www.zenspace.com.au or 0421 058 250 for more info.
FOR SALE
GARAGE SALE : Sat 24th & Sun 25th August 7am – 2pm. Farm Shed Clearance, Lyell Court Mt Samson. Building Items - Timber/Glass. Bargains for the Handyman. Power Tools/Woodworking Tools/ Welding Equipment/Hardware Items. Slat Wall Shop Fittings. Camping gear. 210sqm Shed Will be avail to Lease for storage at a later date. Enquires please contact Maureen 0402 092 741 anytime.
The Village Pump is owned and operated by Samford Progress (SDPPA) Serving the Samford and surrounding community since 1970.
MAGAZINE STANDS/MULTIPLE COPIES
Belle Property
Buzzstop Espresso Bar
Community Bank Samford (Bendigo)
Cafe Lagarto
Drakes Samford
Famous Samford Patisserie
Fish Lips Samford
Flight Centre
Little Tree Bake & Brewhouse
Long Yard Larder
Mooey’s
Mt Nebo PO
Ray White
Samford Design & Print
Samford Variety Store
The Slab Hut
Spokes Cafe Tourist Centre
WANTED: Truck Driver. Min HR Licence. Ph: 3298 5436
COMMUNITY CONTACTS
Aikido Samford Club Beginners welcome. Darren 0402 901 933. Facebook: Aikido Samford
Alcoholics Anonymous Helpline 3255 9162 Samford Community Hub every Tues: 7pm. Farmers Hall every Thurs: 10am. No need to book just turn up. These are both child friendly meetings.
Archery- Target Archers Beginner courses and new membership enquiries email: samfordvalleytargetarchers@gmail.com
Arana Leagues Social Golf Club plays golf on alternate w/ ends throughout the year. Sat afternoon/Sun mornings. Call President Ted Goodwin 0407 036 891
Army Cadets: Samford 107 ACU parades from 6pm to 8:30pm every Monday, excluding holidays at Samford Community Hub. E: 107ACU@ armycadets.gov.au for further information.
Avenue of Honour For all information on this project or to order a memorial plaque contact samfordaoh@gmail.com or leave a message at the RSL on 3289 6928
BindersKeepers Inc Books, games, jigsaw puzzles, CD’s, DVD’s, social groups Contact Linda Murray 0408 062 393 or email info@ communitylibrarysamford.org
Book Club Contact Rose: 0414 973 010, E: rose.moss@bigpond.com
Bunya Residents Association SES Building, James Drysdale Sport Reserve 7.30pm last Wed of month, Jan, Mar, May, July, Sept, Nov. email: president@bunyaresidents.asn.au. www.bunyaresidents.asn.au
Caravan Club Dog friendly club holds rallies one week each month within 350km. Marion 0409 028 851.
Cards@TheSCHUB: 1st, 3rd and 5th Monday of each month. 11am to 3pm. All card games welcome. Contact June at nowhiskey53@ gmail.com
Cedar Creek Bushcare Group: 2nd Thurs of the month (except Dec and Jan). Andy Williams Park. 8:30am - 10:30am. MBRC provide tools and insurance. All welcome. Contact Fiona 0421 071 412
Churches/Religions
Sacred Heart Catholic Church: Enquiries 3355 2667
Samford Valley Community Church. 3289 2832
Samford Baptist Church: Pastor Samuel Thompson 0409 797 931
St Pauls Anglican Church: Rev Robert Paget 3289 1715
Brisbane Christian Fellowship: Alan Elliott 3289 2888
Creative Samford Inc A community group whose aim is to foster and increase the visibility of all arts in Samford & surrounds. Contact: admin@creativesamford.com
CWA CWA Hall at 10.00am on the third Wednesday of the month. Hall bookings Lilah: 0421 709 723
Cycling Samford Velos. Every Saturday from Samford Patisserie. Contact Daryl Van Cooten 3289 8319 (h) 3480 6602
Eco Corridor Samford (SDPPA) Monthly bushcare 2-4pm 2nd Sunday except Dec/Jan. Meet in Samford parklands carpark by netball courts. samfordecocorridor@gmail.com
Equestrian Group (SEG) Riders of all ages and abilities welcome. For full details, calendar & contacts - www. samfordequestriangroup.com.au
Gold’s Scrub Bushcare Group Last Wed of the month from 8am. Samsonvale. Contact Lesleyon 0401 552 386
Greens Meetings online 6.30pm, first Tues of each month. Facebook: pineriversgreens. E: pine.rivers@qld.greens.org.au
Green Thumb Farm Meet likeminded people,weekly community farm sessions. W/E Workshops – learn to grow, preserve & compost. E: admin@greenthumbfarm.org.au www. greenthumbfarm.org.au
Samsonvale Hall - Contact City of Moreton Bay. Cedar Ck Hall - cedarcreekhall4520@gmail.com
Samford Bowls Club - info@samfordbowlsclub.com.au
Samford Community Centre, School Rd - 0408 665 434
Mt Nebo Hall - mtnebohall@mtnebo.org.au
Samford Scout Hall & Shelter - David Reed 3040 6400
Anglican Church Hall 3289 1715
Zen Space Samford - 0421 058 250
Liberal National Party LNP Carl Neilsen 0408 182 679
Lions Club 7.00pm on the first and third Thursday of the month. Contact David 3289 4378 samford@lionsq3.org.au
Mah-jong at Samford Bowls Club Every Wednesday & Friday 1pm4pm. Contact Jan Smith: 0402 623 794
Meals on Wheels Delivery Mon - Fri. Ph: 0409 920 824. samford@ mowmbr.org New volunteers always welcome.
Men’s Coffee Morning: Meet other local retired and semi-retired men for a coffee and chat. 9.30am every Friday at Fish Lips, Main St, Samford. Contact Morris: 0409 614 85
Mt Glorious Community Assoc Meets third Thurs of month. 6.30pm at the new comunity hall. mtgloriouscommunityassociation@ outlook.com
Mt Nebo Residents Assoc. Mt Nebo Hall at 7.30pm on the first Wednesday of the month. mtnebohall@mtnebo.org.au www.mtnebo. org.au
Native Plants Qld (formerly SGAP) CWA Hall 6.45pm first Tuesday of month (except January). E: samford@npq.org.au
Netball Club Meetings are the 1st Monday of each month at the Parklands Clubhouse, 7pm. Contact Sonya Grieve 0428 648 154. www. samfordnetball.org.au
North Pine Poultry Club Inc Meet 3rd Saturday of each month. See facebook page for details.
Pine Rivers Croquet Club Deakin Street, Brendale. Social sports club, play days: Tue- Sat. Lynda 0416 383 386 or pinerivers@ croquetqld.org
Pine Rivers Koala Care Assoc Inc 24 hour Koala & Wildlife Rescue 0401 350 799.
Pony Club Committee meetings at Richards Rd, 7.30pm first Monday of the month. Pony Club Muster at Richards Rd on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month at 8.30am. www.samfordgvponyclub.org.au
Reko Samford & Dayboro: Order ea week online for contactless pickup ea Saturday. Facebook: Reko Samford/Reko Dayboro for details.
Rotary Club of Samford Valley 6.45pm second and fourth Tuesday. Contact President Rob Robinson 0488 770 419
RSL Sub-Branch Memorial Park corner Main and Progress. Pension and welfare on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Meetings as arranged, phone 3289 6928 for details or email samford@rslqld.org
Samford Show Society Committee meetings at Showgrounds2nd Wednesday each month. www.samfordshowsociety.com.au
Samford Area Men’s Shed Tuesdays 9am, Showgrounds Drive, Highvale. samssecretary1@gmail.com
Samford Art & Craft Association Slab Hut John Scott Park 7 days 10am-4pm. Ph. 3289 3113
Samford Bowls Club Bowling Tues 9am & 1pm, Wed 9am, Sat 1pm. Venue hire/enquiries info@samfordbowls.com.au
Samford Community Folk Dance. All welcome at 7:30pm on 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month in the Farmers Hall. Contact Heather 3289 4708 www.colonialdance.com.au
Samford Community Singers Mondays 7pm. Farmers Hall. Coordinator, Nettie Carroll 0412 991 759. Membership Secretary: Raymond Adams 3289 1789
Samford Hash Group Since 1991. Runners, walkers, joggers. Ph Haughty 3289 4378 Payback 3298 5194.
Samford Hash House Harriers Contact Stubby 3425 2849 for location of run. Meet 5pm every Sunday. (4pm winter)
Samford Local Growers 3rd Sunday of each month, 9am to 11am. Contact Jason 0407 740 856 or go to http://groups.google.com.au/ group/samford-local-food-group
Samford Museum Station St, open every Wednesday & Sunday 10am - 4pm. info@samfordmuseum.com.au. Ph: 3289 2743
Samford Patchworkers Meet CWA Hall every Wed morning 9am except 3rd Wed. Ph: Rae 0407 693 818. ‘Nighties’ meet at Samford Community Hub 2nd & 4th Wed. 6.30pm to 9pm. Ph: Victoria 0438 757 185
Samford Pool - Redfin Aquatics www.redfinaquatics.com. M: 0448 726 343
Samford Rangers Football Club (Soccer) President - Matt Kilkelly - pres@samfordrangers.org.au, 0437 437 313. Stuart Carter, General Manager, gm@samfordrangers.org.au, 0401 718 875
Samford Riding for the Disabled Samford Showgrounds Call 0458 246 883. www.samfordrda.com.au
Samford Scout Group Membership enquiries to David Reed: gl@ samford.scoutsqld.com.au www.samfordscouts.com.au Ph: 3040 6400
Samford Support Network General Enquires and Membership: 0470 214 916 or secretary@samford support network.org.au www. samfordsupportnetwork.org.au
Samford Stags Rugby League Club Committee meetings at 6.30pm at the Clubhouse on the third Wednesday of the month. Contact Mick Hughes 3289 1027
